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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Klein double lifts Roar to ALM win over Mariners
Samuel Klein has scored a double to fire Brisbane Roar to a 2-1 win over Central Coast and spoil Mariners defender Brian Kaltak's farewell. The Mariners needed less than three minutes to hit the scoreboard on Friday in their final A-League Men home-and-away game, with Arthur De Lima giving the home side at Industree Group Stadium the lead with a headed goal. But Klein soon took matters into his own hands, levelling the scores in the 17th minute before completing his brace in the 50th. With finals ruled out after 15 defeats, the 12th-placed Roar (21 points) at least finish the season with a win and a four-game unbeaten streak. They miss out on the finals for the fourth season in a row. Two goals in 33 minutes 🔥🔥 21-year-old Sam Klein is having a night to remember to end season 24/25! A brace sees the youngster become @brisbaneroar's top goalscorer for the campaign - he's a midfielder!Watch #CCMvBRI live and exclusive NOW on Paramount+ 📺 — Isuzu UTE A-League (@aleaguemen) May 2, 2025 Defending champions and premiers Central Coast farewell Kaltak sitting 10th (26 points) with their 10th defeat of the season. The 31-year-old has yet to lock in his future, having indicated aspirations to play in Asia. Kaltak leaves the Mariner after playing an instrumental role in their historic treble chase last season. The Vanuatu captain quickly became the rock at the heart of the Mariners' defence after signing his first professional contract in 2023, having joined the ALM outfit as an injury replacement. Playing 101 games in all competitions, Kaltak boasts two championships, a premiership and an AFC Cup in his CV. Central Coast could drop to 11th if Wellington (24 points) defeat last-placed Perth Glory (14) on Sunday. Mariners striker Alou Kuol fluffed a golden opportunity in the 33rd minute, failing to put on the finishing touches with his non-preferred left foot in front of an open goal after burning off defender Lucas Herrington and goalkeeper Matt Acton. Central Coast's 17-year-old star Haine Eames forced two superb saves in the opening half from Acton after slicing shots through the congestion in the box. Eames's 82nd-minute attempt beat an outstretched Acton, only to be denied by the post. Fellow teenager Miguel Di Pizio came off the bench and tried his luck in the 76th minute with a laser kick, but Acton again held his nerve.
Perth Now
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Klein double lifts Roar to ALM win over Mariners
Samuel Klein has scored a double to fire Brisbane Roar to a 2-1 win over Central Coast and spoil Mariners defender Brian Kaltak's farewell. The Mariners needed less than three minutes to hit the scoreboard on Friday in their final A-League Men home-and-away game, with Arthur De Lima giving the home side at Industree Group Stadium the lead with a headed goal. But Klein soon took matters into his own hands, levelling the scores in the 17th minute before completing his brace in the 50th. With finals ruled out after 15 defeats, the 12th-placed Roar (21 points) at least finish the season with a win and a four-game unbeaten streak. They miss out on the finals for the fourth season in a row. Defending champions and premiers Central Coast farewell Kaltak sitting 10th (26 points) with their 10th defeat of the season. The 31-year-old has yet to lock in his future, having indicated aspirations to play in Asia. Kaltak leaves the Mariner after playing an instrumental role in their historic treble chase last season. The Vanuatu captain quickly became the rock at the heart of the Mariners' defence after signing his first professional contract in 2023, having joined the ALM outfit as an injury replacement. Playing 101 games in all competitions, Kaltak boasts two championships, a premiership and an AFC Cup in his CV. Central Coast could drop to 11th if Wellington (24 points) defeat last-placed Perth Glory (14) on Sunday. Mariners striker Alou Kuol fluffed a golden opportunity in the 33rd minute, failing to put on the finishing touches with his non-preferred left foot in front of an open goal after burning off defender Lucas Herrington and goalkeeper Matt Acton. Central Coast's 17-year-old star Haine Eames forced two superb saves in the opening half from Acton after slicing shots through the congestion in the box. Eames's 82nd-minute attempt beat an outstretched Acton, only to be denied by the post. Fellow teenager Miguel Di Pizio came off the bench and tried his luck in the 76th minute with a laser kick, but Acton again held his nerve.
RNZ News
23-04-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 23 April
Brian Kaltak, left, in Vanuatu colours. Photo: Shane Wenzlick / Vanuatu football captain Brian Kaltak could be set to leave Central Coast Mariners FC. The Vanuatu Daily Post reported Mariners coach Mark Jason revealed the news after the Mariners' 2-2 draw against Macarthur on Easter Sunday. Jason said Kaltak, who played his 100th game for the club on Sunday, is heading to Asia. He said the club wants to keep him but "he's set on moving overseas-and we respect that". Kaltak has become a fan favourite in Gosford, helping guide the side to a championship title in 2023 and playing a major role in their treble-title-winning campaign last year. A number of players with Pasifika heritage have been named in the Wallaroos squad for their 2025 commitments, including a test against the Fijiana Drua women on 3 May. The list includes Brumbies forward Tabua Tuinakauvandra who debuted for the Wallaroos against Fiji in 2023. Other players in the squad include Waratahs' Faliki Pohiva, who is of Tongan descent, and Brumbies player Katalina Amosa who has Samoan heritage. The Wallaroos will also compete in the Pacific Four series, with home matches against New Zealand, USA and Canada. Tonga Rugby League reportedly wants to host a Pacific Cup clash in Nuku'alofa from this year. 1News reported Tonga league coach Kristian Woolf is backing the plan. RNZ Pacific has reached out to Tonga League board chairman, Lord Fakafanua, for confirmation. Tonga will play the Pacific Cup series in October and November this year against Samoa and New Zealand. Samoa national sports association president, Tuaopepe Jerry Wallwork, says they have not confirmed their Pacific Mini Games team yet. The Samoa Observer reported Tuaopepe saying the association is still working on securing funding before confirming their team, saying taking a team to Palau "is very expensive". Tuaopepe confirmed their selection criteria for athletes is "winning gold medals from past Pacific Games and Oceania Championships", saying their aim is to achieve "nothing less than gold medals". The Pacific Mini Games will roll off in Koror, Palau on 29 June. The Apia Park complex in the Samoan capital is set to undergo a major facelift. Samoa's Ministry of Sports and Recreation has confirmed that, effective immediately, the three grandstands located on the Western side of the Grand Stadium at Apia Park, will be closed off. The grandstands will be demolished, making way for the construction of a new and improved sports stadium. The plan of action has been approved by the Samoan Cabinet, following recommendations provided by the Chinese team, who are overseeing the maintenance and upgrade of the Apia Park complex.
